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Growing Guide: How to Grow Amarine
Learn how to grow Amarine and embrace the arrival of autumn with a burst of vibrant colours and exotic blooms. These late-season wonders are the perfect way to extend the...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Lilies
Lilium, a category of herbaceous flowering plants that sprout from bulbs, is known for its impressive and sizable blossoms. Lily plants exhibit a wide array of colours and varieties, ranging...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Tuberose (Polianthes)
Tuberose, scientifically known as Polianthes tuberosa, is a fragrant and ornamental flowering plant native to Mexico. It is highly prized for its exquisite and intoxicating fragrance, which is often used...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Bare-Root Perennials
Reliable, resilient, and returning every year, bare root perennials bring quintessential cottage-garden charm. Their increasing impact each season offers a rewarding gardening investment, ensuring joy for years to come. Learn...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Calla Lilies
Calla lilies make a stunning addition to any environment. They exude elegance and have remarkable longevity. They come in a wide array of colours, catering to various tastes and themes:...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Begonias
Begonias, a captivating genus of flowering houseplants, find their most common applications in flower beds, pots, and hanging baskets. They offer a kaleidoscope of shapes, colours, and sizes, casting their...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Tricyrtis (Toad Lily)
Toad lilies (Tricyrtis hirta) are captivating additions to any shaded garden. These extraordinary lilies showcase six-petaled flowers in shades ranging from white to light purple, reminiscent of the mesmerising purple-spotted...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Geum
Geum, commonly known as Avens, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. The flowers of Geum are the highlight of the plant. They come in a variety...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Papaver (Oriental Poppy)
Papaver, also known as Oriental Poppies, exhibit remarkable resilience, enduring winter temperatures as low as -20°C. This makes them well-suited for direct outdoor planting in pots or borders during both...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Plant Bearded Iris
Bearded Iris (Iris germanica) is a breathtakingly beautiful and exceedingly popular perennial, renowned for its captivating charm, striking flowers, and enchanting foliage. This regal member of the Iris family boasts...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Dahlias
No summer garden is complete without the stunning presence of dahlias. Originally hailing from Central America and Mexico, these bold and vibrant perennials are not only beautiful but also incredibly...
Read moreGrowing Guide: How to Grow Lupin (Lupinus)
Lupins, with their striking and vibrant flower spikes, are quintessential cottage-garden plants. Their captivating beauty extends beyond just cottage gardens; these sun-loving flowers thrive in various settings, making them a...
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